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By Renee Hilton-Jones on March 20, 2026

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Former Police Commissioner’s home burgled

By Joanna Delalande on April 29, 2016

Brian Bull had some precious police memorabilia stolen.

Man shot dead in Sydney shopping centre

By Greta Andrews-Taylor on April 29, 2016

Two others injured.

Man escapes injury after confronting armed robber

By Caelie Jones on April 29, 2016

67-year-old was threatened with a screwdriver.

Nurofen fined $1.7 million for misleading packaging

By Pete Milne on April 29, 2016

The ACCC had asked for a $6 million penalty.

$50m project to transform our cities

By Joanna Delalande on April 29, 2016

The plan includes the Forrestfield-airport link for Perth.

Arrest over $6000 watch theft

By Greta Andrews-Taylor on April 29, 2016

Man to appear in court this morning.

Eighth person charged over Slater murder

By WI Reporters on April 29, 2016

14-year-old charged with murder.

Perth Thunder welcomes foreign talent

By Peter Dewar on April 28, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Ice hockey may not be Australia’s pastime, but foreign professionals still come to play.

Boomtime for Perth’s invasive ants

By Nicholas S. Phillips on April 28, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

As the climate warms and urban infill increases expect to find more of these little pests scurrying inside your home, more often.

The truth behind mobile phones and driving

By Georgia Williss on April 28, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

What the law says about using electronic devices while behind the wheel.

Tourism chief backs Perth cable car plan

By Ella Longland on April 28, 2016

Almost 650,000 passengers could be transported between Kings Park and Elizabeth Quay.

Interest rates may hit record low

By Telissa Ryder on April 28, 2016

Experts predict the RBA will reduce the official cash rate to 1.75 per cent.

Port Arthur’s legacy examined after 20 years

By Rachel Wong on April 28, 2016

Leaders gather in Tasmania for the anniversary.

Setting the record straight

By Sheridan New on April 28, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Fremantle shop owner keeps vinyl spinning into the future.

Out In Perth magazine bites the dust

By Hayu Kresna on April 28, 2016

The gay and lesbian magazine has published its last edition.

Olympic dream is over for Hockeyroos star

By Rachel Wong on April 28, 2016

Ashleigh Nelson has torn her ACL and will not represent her country at the Rio Olympics.

Pat Dodson elected as Labor Senator

By Sarah Linnegar on April 28, 2016

The Indigenous leader will replace retiring Senator Joe Bullock.

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